Open House - Sunday - 920 Terry Lane - Key West

If you are in Key West on Sunday, November 4th, please drop by 920 Terry Lane to see this award winning three bedroom and three bath renovation that is offered at $895,000. Look for the Historic Key West Lighthouse.  920 Terry Lane is located just behind and it has the best view in the city.  Come sit on the front porch and imagine how wonderful it would be to live here.

30 Hilton Haven Road - Key West Waterfront Location

30 Hilton Haven Drive - Key West

I had the opportunity to show 30 Hilton Have Drive Unit #6 earlier this week and asked the listing Realtor, Roger Emmons, if I could write about it in my blog. He agreed. He describes the property this way:

"Top floor two bedroom and two bathroom condominium with deeded boat dockage and incredible water views. The home features an open floor plan with tile floors throughout, a custom kitchen, surround sound, storm shutters and two balconies one opening from the living room and second bedroom and the other from the master bedroom. This small waterfront condominium community is located at the end of Hilton Haven Drive in Key West and includes a waterfront pool and sandy beach."

 
The three words that sell real estate are "location", "location", "location".  On an island like Key West the words rarely are modified to include "waterfront location".  30 Hilton Haven Drive is that special exception and Unit #6 has the premiere waterfront view.  The photo immediately above was taken from the balcony off the master bedroom.  If you look to the left of the pool you will see the deeded boatslips. The third slip is belongs to Unit #6.

This units had 1045 sq ft of living space which includes the open living area (living, dining, and kitchen), the master bedroom with ensuite bath, and a second bedroom with adjacent bath.  A second terrace is located off the livingroom which has water views looking in a westerly direction toward the Old Town area.

Main entry is door on the right

French doors open out to a second terrace that overlooks water below

Second terrace provides space for outdoor living and dining

Second bedroom

The master bedroom suite is located at the far end of the unit.  French doors open out to another balcony that has views of the Gulf of Mexico.

Unit #6 is about 300 sq ft smaller than a typical two bedroom 1357 sq ft unit at 1800 Atlantic Condominiums which are priced in the $400,000 and up range.  In August 2001 a 1061 sq ft  two bedroom two bath unit at Shipyard sold for $675,000. Both 1800 Atlantic and Shipyard have over 100 units and both complexes have transient, vacation rentals, long term rentals, and full time ownership.  The Halyard has just eight units, and Unit #6 is the only rental.  When you consider buying a full time home or a getaway place, you should consider how many people will be sharing your pool, the parking, and other spaces. Some buyers want lots of activity and love the idea of being able to be on Duval Street or their favorite hangout within a couple of minutes. Others prefer a huge pool and proximity to Smathers Beach for water sports. But others prefer the smaller communities with fewer neighbors and less interaction with strangers.

The pool at The Halyard is much smaller than the pools at either 1800 Atlantic or Shipyard. But consider the fact that The Halyard has only eight units, a private beach, and boat dockage as opposed to the numerous units at either complex.

The Halyard Condominium complex was built in 1993. Monthly condo fees are $527 and include water, cable tv, building maintenance, building insurance, and pool and grounds maintenance. There are just eight units that share the pool, dockage, and private beach with a view of the ocean blue. CLICK HERE to view the Key West Association of Realtors mls datasheet and listing photos.

CLICK HERE to view a slideshow of photos I took of this special property.   Better yet please call me, Gary Thomas, 305-766-2642 or send me an email at kw1101v@aol.com to arrange a showing of this unit or any other property in Key West. I am a buyers agent and a full time Realtor at Preferred Properties Coastal Realty, Inc. in Key West. Let me help you find your place in Paradise.

906 Georgia Street - The Meadows Area - Key West

Just listed, but not by me, 906 Georgia Street located in the Meadows Area of Key West.  The listing broker describes this lovely home this way:

"The Gardenia House, built in 1936, is a 3 bedroom, 3 bath historic home located in the Meadows neighborhood of Old Town. A classic home filled with Dade Co. Pine and loads of light streaming in through many windows to the large open living and dining area with professional kitchen. Sold furnished; there are 2 bedrooms with baths ensuite adjacent to the living area. The newest addition contains the third bedroom and bath with a separate entrance. The private backyard has a deck with heated plunge pool complete with bench seating, spa jets and a water feature. The front porch is perfect to watch the world go by. The home is set back from the street on a large corner lot surrounded by tropical gardens with fruit and flowering trees and shrubs."

CLICK HERE for a Google Map aerial view of the location. Use the Google toggle switch to zoom in and out and also see a street view of the area. Georgia Street at this location is extra wide for some reason. Olivia Street to the north is a one way street as are all of the east or west streets in this area of town. The house is located a block north of Bayview Park so you can go walk the dog, play tennis, read a book, or participate in some community activity on a daily or on an as required basis. There are several gyms, Cuban sandwich shops, art galleries, and assorted shops located nearby.

The moment after you pass through the front gate that you may pause to smell the fragrant gardenia that welcomes you home. This home is a joy to show for many reasons including the beautiful garden entrance, the restful front porch, the one level living that's suited for all ages, the nicely sized bedrooms and bathrooms, and the gracious open living area. The garden is filled with different varieties of tropical foliage. Unlike a lot of homes in Key West that get overwhelmed by the plants and trees, the landscaping here has been kept in scale with the home. The front porch provides a wonderful perch from which you can watch the world go by.

The white picket fence and artfully decorated yard set off the simple architecture of the arts and crafts style bungalow. That architecture is typical of a good portion of The Meadows area which does have other more traditional Conch style houses as well. While many potential buyers love the the architecture of two story Conch houses, the reality of growing older and having to climb staircases all day long wears thin. All of this 1746 sq ft house is located on one level. No stairs.

When you pass through the front door you enter the large and very inviting great room that spans the living and dining areas into the chef's kitchen. The rooms have lots of windows so the interior has many views of the beautiful grounds on the outside. This place has so much cheer and beauty it is hard to imagine not liking it.

Three bedrooms and three very atypical bathrooms are located on the south side of the house. One bedroom at the front could alternatively be used as an office or study. The master bedroom with en-suite bath is adjacent to the living area while the third bedroom is located in the recent addition to the south. (It has it's own private entrance which allows guests to come and go at will.) The pool area is at the rear where the skies are large and create a wonderful background to contemplate life. CLICK HERE to view a slideshow of photos I took of this lovely home.

 The front bedroom (or den or study) has an ensuite bath

 

Master bedroom has an en-suite bath

The guest cottage bed and bath are pure genius

CLICK HERE to checkout the Key West Association of Realtors mls database on this property and to view more listing photos. This property is offered for sale at $1,150,000. I really think this house will appeal to buyers in my generation that want peace and quiet and lots of really nice living space on one level. There is room for the kids and grand kids and space for the dogs to lounge in Paradise. If you would like to see this property with me, Gary Thomas, please contact me at 305-766-2642. I am a buyers agent and a full time Realtor at Preferred Properties Key West. Let me help you find your place in Paradise.

811 United Street - Old Town - Key West

 Just listed by Preferred Properties Key West, but not by me, 811 United Street #1 which is a nicely updated one bedroom condominium located in the SECLUDED GARDENS - TERRACE HOMES four blocks east of Duval Street.  The listing Realtor describes this unit this way:

"Rarely on the market is there an opportunity to own a great 1/1 Condo, located just 4 blocks from Duval Street. There is a living dining area adjacent to the kitchen. Oversized bathroom and bedroom with French doors leading to the deck and shared pool. Assigned off street parking."

Unit #1 is one of just four units that share this quite unique building that was originally built in 1938. The building was condominumized in 1999.  Unit#1 is located on the ground floor to the right of the front entrance. If you look at the front porch you will notice this building is brick construction. That is a rarity in Key West.  The unit itself has 698 sq ft of living space (per listing agent). Each room is quite large. The single bedroom is probably equivalent to two bedrooms of a similarly sized unit as Shipyard.  CLICK HERE to view the Key West Association of Realtors mls datasheet on this unit.

This condo would make a great home for a local single or couple. Some condos are pretty small. In this place you have room to change your mind and not to go stir crazy.  Couples or roommates will have adequate space to live together without being on top of each other.

The rear porch overlooks the spa and pool.  The photos I took show some leaves in the pool.  What a drag.  Imagine having a few leaves to deal with as a woe as opposed to 100 other vacationers sharing the same pool.  Oh, this place also has off street parking.  All things considered, this unit has a lot to offer at the asking price of $379,000.  CLICK HERE to view more photos I took of this property.

If you would like to see this unit or any other property in Key West please contact me, Gary Thomas, 305-766-2642 or send me an email at kw1101v@aol.com. I am a buyers agent and a full time Realtor at Preferred Properties Key West. Let me help you find your place in Paradise.